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Shop nowMonique Kofsky | Updated June 9th, 2024
More and more people are being careful about how their choices affect the environment. From using natural soap to buying reusable bags and even practicing Meatless Mondays, there are numerous ways you can be better to the planet. Truth be told, there are hundreds of ways for us to create a more sustainable future.
If you are looking for non-stressful ways to make your home more eco-friendly, you’ve found the right place. You don’t need to do everything on this list to have an impact; just start with one.
Unfortunately, commercial soap companies are still producing products that add to the ever-increasing issue of single-use plastics. Since shampoos and soaps are part of almost everyone’s daily routine, not addressing the single-use plastic problem has led to an increase in plastic pollution each year. The fact that it takes the average plastic bottle up to 450 years to decompose (after only 3 weeks of typical use) should be sufficient for us to say enough is enough!
Luckily, many natural soap and solid shampoo bar brands are setting out to solve this issue. These eco-friendly alternatives use better ingredients, leaving your hair and skin healthier and happier than commercial products can. Yes, eco-friendly soaps are pricier than others, but they are made from high-quality organic ingredients, last longer, and making the long-term effect on your hair and skin totally worth it.
Have you heard about reusable beeswax wraps? I’ve been using them for about a year now and one thing I can say is it is the best alternative to plastic wrap I’ve found. Not only is it reusable for up to a year, but it also doesn’t add slow-to-degrade plastics into our oceans and landfills. The latest global statistics show that we dump over 10 million tons of plastic into our oceans annually.
Too much plastic waste harms marine life and helps to create those pesky microplastics which will ultimately find their way back into our food supply. Switching to beeswax wraps can be your small contribution toward creating a better future. All good things start in the home.
Clothing is made from lots of different materials ranging from plant and animal matter to manmade fabrics. Each year we add over 26 billion pounds of clothes to landfills, over 95% of which can be recycled or reused. That’s a lot of clutter!
In addition to donating your clothing to thrift stores, an easy way to give your old clothes new life is to use them as cleaning rags. Now your favorite sweatshirt from high school can clean up your adult messes instead of taking up precious landfill space.
Why use a plastic loofah when you can use the real thing? Natural loofah sponges are made from a gourd that resembles a large cucumber as it grows. Its natural exfoliating properties are perfect for gently removing old and dry skin, leaving you with a natural glow and youthful complexion. The best part about it is that they’re 100% compostable.
Be sure to store your loofah in a dry environment in between uses to keep bacteria from growing in the nooks and crannies.
One of the biggest culprits in our oceans is the plastic bag, some of which can take over 20 years to decompose. An easy fix to this problem is to bring your own bag or request paper bags at the market. Many reusable bags can even be thrown over your shoulder, making for an even more convenient trip to the store.
Some people think it is impossible to clean their dishes, clothing, and surfaces without using harsh chemical products. A lot of synthetic cleaning products contain nasty chemicals like phthalates (found in fragrances, known to disrupt endocrine balance) and triclosan (found in antibacterial products, known to promote the growth of antibiotic-resistant bacteria).
There are plenty of natural ways to clean, like using solid dish soap or making your own vinegar and baking soda surface cleaner. Try it out; your kids and pets will thank you.
We use light bulbs all day, every day. A very easy, cost-effective way to be more eco-friendly is to replace all of your light bulbs with energy-efficient light bulbs. In a matter of minutes, you’ll be using up to six times less energy than before.
Energy-efficient light bulbs like LEDs and CFLs have been around for a long time; however, many people are just too busy to make the change. Take the time out of your day because every little eco-friendly step you take is important for the health of our planet.
If you’re interested in making a more serious switch to the eco-friendly lifestyle, a good way to learn more information is to simply ask someone you know or follow eco-friendly Instagram accounts like @jhanneu. Once you’re determined to make some changes in the world, you’ll easily spend hours reading blogs, watching videos, and talking on the phone because you’ll soon discover that there’s a whole community of people just like you!
But if you don’t have all that extra time in the day to peruse social media, don’t fret. Being eco-friendly is about taking baby steps into a better future, so slow down and make a difference.
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